Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony
### 🎂 **Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony** 🎂
This **Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony** combines rich chocolate, creamy cheesecake, and cherries for a decadent dessert that’s truly indulgent. The Oreo crust adds a crunchy base, while the chocolate ganache provides a luxurious finishing touch. Fresh raspberries and chocolate shavings take it over the top!
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🧉 **Ingredients** 🧉
**For the Oreo Crust:**
– 24 Oreo cookies, finely crushed (300 g)
– ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (60 g)
**For the Cheesecake Filling:**
– 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, room temperature (680 g)
– 1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)
– ¾ cup sour cream (180 ml)
– ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (40 g)
– 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (5 ml)
– 3 large eggs
– 1 cup cherry pie filling (240 ml)
**For the Ganache Topping:**
– ⅔ cup heavy cream (160 ml)
– 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped (170 g)
**For Garnish:**
– Fresh raspberries
– Chocolate shavings
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🧉 **Directions** 🧉
### **Prepare the Crust:**
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix **crushed Oreos** and **melted butter** until well combined.
3. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) **springform pan**. Set aside.
### **Make the Cheesecake Filling:**
1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the **cream cheese** and **sugar** until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the **sour cream**, **cocoa powder**, and **vanilla extract**. Mix until combined.
3. Add the **eggs** one at a time, mixing just enough to incorporate each egg.
4. Gently fold in the **cherry pie filling**.
5. Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared Oreo crust, spreading evenly.
### **Bake the Cheesecake:**
1. Bake the cheesecake for **50-55 minutes**, or until the center is just set and slightly jiggles when moved.
2. Remove from the oven and allow the cheesecake to cool completely on a **wire rack**.
### **Prepare the Ganache Topping:**
1. In a small saucepan, heat the **heavy cream** until it begins to simmer (don’t let it boil).
2. Remove from heat and pour the hot cream over the **chopped chocolate** in a bowl.
3. Let it sit for **1 minute**, then stir until smooth and glossy.
4. Pour the ganache over the cooled cheesecake, spreading it evenly.
### **Chill:**
1. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least **4 hours** (preferably overnight) to allow it to set fully.
### **Garnish and Serve:**
1. Before serving, garnish the cheesecake with **fresh raspberries** and **chocolate shavings** for a decorative and flavorful touch.
2. Slice and serve to enjoy the symphony of flavors!
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Indulge in the luscious layers of this **Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony**—perfect for special occasions or whenever you’re craving something extraordinary! 🎂🍫🍒
